Automotive Service Advisor

Vern Eide; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership in Sioux Falls is seeking an Automotive Service Advisor dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. The role involves managing service requests, communicating with customers, and ensuring that each vehicle is serviced timely and accurately. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and automotive knowledge while ensuring a positive customer experience.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with employee match

Employee stock ownership plan

Paid time off and holidays

Referral Program

Employee discounts on vehicles

Onsite Gym

Qualifications

• Experience as a Service Advisor or in a similar customer service role.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test.
• Clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist them with inquiries.
• Perform vehicle walk-around and documentation of customer concerns.
• Maintain customer rapport by keeping them informed.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Automotive Repair Knowledge

Customer Service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Service management software

Job description

Automotive Service Advisor

• Full-Time
• $45,000-$65,000 depending on experience

Vern Eide Mitsubishi

About Us:

At Vern Eide, we’ve built a business on the values that take us far beyond “business as usual.”It means we condition ourselves for excellence in everything we do.Providing quality vehicles and services to those who trust us. Trust in our product lines.Trust in our words- that what we say is, in fact, what we do.

Vern Eide was established in 1965 and is a dynamic and growing employee-owned company that values its team members and provides opportunities for building great careers with incredible futures. As an automotive dealership, we take pride in offering exceptional service to our customers and fostering a positive work environment within our community.

Job Description:

As the next Service Advisor at Vern Eide Mitsubishi, you will be responsible for ensuring an exceptional customer experience from the moment a client arrives until their vehicle is ready for pickup. You will communicate with customers to understand their needs, manage repair and service requests, and liaise with our technicians to ensure timely and accurate service.

Benefits:

Vern Eide Motorcars is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• $45,000-$65,000 depending on experience
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employee match for long-term financial planning.
• Employee stock ownership plan (in addition to 401(k) to share in the company's success.
• Paid time off and holidays
• Referral Program
• Employee discounts on vehicles and services
• Friendly and supportive work environment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness program to support your well-being.
• Onsite Gym

Responsibilities:

• Greet customers and assist them with any inquiries.
• Perform vehicle walk-around and documentation of customer concerns to enable the technician to properly diagnose and service the vehicle.
• Determine automotive problems and services by listening to a customer's descriptions of symptoms, conducting inspections, performing vehicle walk-around, taking test drives, checking vehicle maintenance records, and examining service schedules.
• Prioritize required services and ask for follow-up on future service considerations.
• Maintains customer rapport by keeping the customer informed on completion times, service expenses, possible changes, work performed, and repair order charges.
• Schedule appointments and obtain customer and vehicle data prior to arrival when possible.
• Advise customers on the care and maintenance of their vehicles
• Know the product well enough to answer characteristic and operational questions regarding the customer’s vehicle.

• Ensure customer satisfaction by addressing concerns and providing a positive experience

• Handle invoicing and payment processing for services rendered

• Maintain a professional appearance.

Qalifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent; relevant certifications are a plus
• Previous experience as a Service Advisor or in a similar customer service role, ideally in the automotive industry
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple clients and projects
• Knowledge of automotive repair and service terminology

• Proficiency in service management software and basic computer skills

• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.

• Must have a clean driving record.